Good day, good people! This is the day that the Lord has made; never forget that. Regardless of what you face in the morning, afternoon, or evening, this day is a gift to you and me, so let’s cherish it.
When Blindness Has a Purpose
In John 9, we encounter a man who was blind from birth. Like the disciples, we might immediately search for a cause. Was it genetics? Was it heredity? Was it something his parents did? Surely there had to be someone to blame.
But Jesus shifts the entire perspective:
“It was not that this man sinned, or his parents, but that the works of God might be displayed in him.” (John 9:3)
Imagine what the disciples must have felt hearing that. The blindness was not punishment. It was not random. It had purpose.
This makes us pause and reflect:
How many of us are willing to endure inconvenience so that God’s works may be displayed in us? Have we ever stopped to ask whether what we are going through is an opportunity for God to receive glory?
We are often quick to give God glory after the breakthrough, after the healing, and after the answered prayer. But what about during the process? What about while we are still “blind”?
John 9:8-9 (ESV): The neighbors and those who had seen him before as a beggar were saying, “Is this not the man who used to beg?” Some said, “It is he.” Others said, “No, but he is like him.” He kept saying, “I am the man.”
When Change Confuses People
Instead of celebrating his healing, the people questioned his identity. They debated whether it was really him.
Isn’t that how it often happens?
When you change, people hesitate. When you grow, they question. When you are no longer who you used to be, they struggle to accept it.
Have you ever noticed that after becoming a Christian, instead of applause, you sometimes receive criticism? Comments like
- “You’ve changed.”
- “You think you’re better now.”
- “You’re so judgmental.”
But Scripture reminds us:
“Everything is permissible, but not everything is beneficial.” (1 Corinthians 10:23)
When your eyes are opened, you begin to see differently. You make different choices. You value different things. And not everyone will understand that.
It is striking that instead of rejoicing with the man who could now see, the people questioned and even denied him. Were they expecting him to remain seated and begging? Were they more comfortable with him in his old condition?
Your Voice Matters More Than Theirs
The most powerful line in this passage is simple:
“I am the man.”
While others debated, he declared.
It is very important what you say compared to what they say. No matter how dearly you hold them or how much you value their opinions, your confession matters.
When people question your transformation, you must stand firm and declare:
- I am not who I used to be.
- I was blind; now I see.
- God has done a work in me.
Do not wait for applause. Do not expect universal approval. Transformation often makes others uncomfortable—especially those who knew the “old you.”
Takeaway
Sometimes what feels like blindness, delay, or hardship may be the very platform God uses to display His glory.
And when He changes you, do not be discouraged by those who question your growth. Stand confidently in what God has done.
You may not control what they say —
But you can control what you declare.
Prayer: Abba, Father, we thank you in Jesus’ name. Ameni!